She's all Done

[ceekz]

I guess i don’t understand the reason for xpel and ceramic coating? Aren’t these both similar?

Xpel is paint protection from rock chips. Clear plastic film with "self healing" characteristics. Ceramic coating is an applied multi-layer finish more durable than wax that sheds water and keeps the paint looking new. Seems like the most recommended combination is Xpel on the front (bumper, fenders and hood) and all over ceramic.

 

[JohnC]

Where was the group buy posted? I’d love to save on a handful of services when mine is delivered

It was posted on Reddit 4 months ago. Usually if you bundle everything and go to one shop they will bring the prices down.

 

[bingoshado]

Thank you very much for the info. I didn't realize they worked together. .Do they alter the color at all? I know they are essentially "clear", but if it's only applied to the front bumper can you distinguish between them?

 

[O Dub]

Don't challenge my black beast. He will do donuts right around you. Just need the lowering springs and RPM spoiler then she's done.View attachment 324291 View attachment 324296

murdered out. beautifully done

 

[O Dub]

Don't challenge my black beast. He will do donuts right around you. Just need the lowering springs and RPM spoiler then she's done.View attachment 324291 View attachment 324296

did you tint the headlamps yourself? What was used?

 

[BLKMDL3]

did you tint the headlamps yourself? What was used?

yes. XPEL smoke from RPMTESLA

 

[O Dub]

yes. XPEL smoke from RPMTESLA

nice. thank you

 

[BLKMDL3]

nice. thank you

Very easy to install. use isopropyl alcohol instead of baby shampoo it sets faster.

 

[O Dub]

Very easy to install. use isopropyl alcohol instead of baby shampoo it sets faster.

just watched the video. definitely a DIY.

one question, did you do PPF on the car? And if so, did you install the smoke Xpel over the clear Xpel? And if you coated the car did you coat over the XPEL smoke?

Reason I ask is because my car is getting XPEL ultimate as we speak, and he is going to wrap the headlights. I like the smoke look so I'm wondering if I could just go over his PPF with the RPM smoke at the headlights. And then I'm getting it ceramic coated, which includes the headlights. Wonder if having 2 layers of XPEL and coating underneath will affect anything

 

[BLKMDL3]

just watched the video. definitely a DIY.

one question, did you do PPF on the car? And if so, did you install the smoke Xpel over the clear Xpel? And if you coated the car did you coat over the XPEL smoke?

Reason I ask is because my car is getting XPEL ultimate as we speak, and he is going to wrap the headlights. I like the smoke look so I'm wondering if I could just go over his PPF with the RPM smoke at the headlights. And then I'm getting it ceramic coated, which includes the headlights. Wonder if having 2 layers of XPEL and coating underneath will affect anything

2 layers is perfectly fine. Just coat the top layer or adhesive won't stick to coating

 

[Matt3y]

Nice ride senor. Did I see you on I-5 last night (9/23) headed south towards San Diego? Somewhere near San Clemente-ish?

 

[TD_alseT]

Nice mods, everyone!! If you decide to meet up again, keep us posted...